How to get a Hungary visa from Lesotho
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Lesotho passport holders travelling to Hungary.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Hungary.
Business visa
Tourist visa
Application requirements
Documents Lesotho applicants need to provide.
- Hungary visa application form, that is completely filled and signed.
- 2 recent passport photos must show the whole-face capture with a light background.
- Original Lesotho passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required.
- The passport must have at least two blank pages.
- A copy of your return-ticket reservation. It is not recommended to purchase the ticket before obtaining the visa.
- Travel visa insurance confirmation of minimum €30,000 coverage within Hungary.
- A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to Hungary
- The travel itinerary is also required.
- Flight air ticket reservation with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Hungary
- Hotel booking reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Hungary
- Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
- Means of subsistence such as proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Hungary.
- The Hungary visa fee of 60 euros is non-refundable even if the visa is denied.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- The tourist visa is issued to foreigners travelling to Hungary for tourism, sightseeing, and other leisure activities require the Hungarian tourist visa.
- This visa grants a stay of not more than 90 days in Hungary.
- One visa application form must be completed fully and accurately.
- An incomplete visa application form will not be accepted and applicants will have to make a new appointment.
- 1 recent clear and coloured passport-size photograph, with a white or grey background, must be submitted with your application form.
- Lesotho passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the approved duration of the stay in Hungary.
- Passport must have at least two blank visa pages.
- If the applicant has been issued a new visa within the last 3 years, the original copy of the previous passport must be provided.
- Applicants are to make photocopies of the personal data page of your passport, all visas in it, and your national identity card.
- Applicants must provide proof of hotel accommodation in Hungary for the entire duration of your stay, such as a confirmed hotel booking clearly showing the name and contact details of the hotel.
- A tour itinerary of the planned trip showing the schedule of activities, places applicant plan to visit and how long the applicant intends to stay in Hungary should be submitted.
- Letter of invitation from the host in Hungary stating the relationship with the applicant, duration of stay and purpose of the visit is required.
- The letter must indicate if the applicant will be financially sponsored by the host and be accommodated by the host in Hungary.
- If you are retired, you must provide proof that you are receiving a pension or other financial support.
- Holders of tourist visas are not to partake in any business activity take up any study in Hungary.
Business visa
- The business visa is issued of foreigners visiting Hungary for business purposes such as attending business meetings, conferences, seminars, negotiating and signing business contracts with other business partners or companies in Hungary.
- Invitation letter from the Hungarian company the applicant will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied by the dates of the visit.
- A certificate/ approval letter from the applicant’s employer in Lesotho stating/allowing the business travel.
- If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided
- A business bank statement for the last 6 months is required.
- Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies), Trade License (first issued and present renewal), and Proprietorship/Partnership documents are also required.
- Regarding the applicant’s expenses during stay in Hungary, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.
- Invitation letter from the Hungarian company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit
- A certificate from your employer stating/allowing your business travel.
- If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided.
Where to apply
Hungary embassy & visa application centers in Lesotho.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the official language of Hungary
Hungarian is spoken as the official language of Hungary. It is not only the most spoken language in the country but also Europe's 13th most widely spoken language. Hungarian serves as the native language of around 13 million native speakers. In Hungary, 99.6% of the population speak Hungarian.
What is the dominating religion in Hungary
The Reformed Church, along with numerous other minor Protestant Christian denominations, forms about 13.8% of the total population of Hungary. Only about 1.8% of the people in Hungary practice Greek Catholic Christianity.
What emergency number is used in Hungary
The European emergency number 112 is not the only emergency number in Hungary. The national emergency numbers are 104 - ambulance & emergency medical services.